Opportunities From: Metro United Way's Volunteer Connection

Volunteer: Day Shelter Volunteer (Morning Shift)

Join St. Vincent de Paul Louisville in bringing hope and hospitality to our neighbors experiencing homelessness. Our new Day Drop-In Center offers a safe, welcoming space where guests can rest, access computers and Wi-Fi, charge phones, and enjoy light snacks—all while experiencing hospitality from our staff and volunteers.

As a Drop-In Center volunteer, you’ll help create a welcoming and supportive environment through tasks like:

Greeting guests and creating a warm, respectful atmosphere Assisting with sign-in and check-in procedures as needed Restocking snack and beverage stations, including making coffee Helping guests access computers, Wi-Fi, or reading materials Tidying the space (e.g., wiping tables, organizing reading areas, restocking supplies) Offering conversation and social connection to promote a sense of community

Location:
1029 S. Preston Street, Louisville, KY, with volunteer parking just steps from the front entrance.

Schedule:

Volunteer shifts are available Monday through Friday, with both morning and afternoon time slots. Morning shifts run from 9:30-12, and afternoon shifts run from 12-2:30. Volunteers may serve on a regular schedule or sign up for one-time shifts as their availability allows.

Agency: St. Vincent de Paul Louisville

Join St. Vincent de Paul Louisville in bringing hope and hospitality to our neighbors experiencing homelessness. Our new Day Drop-In Center offers a safe, welcoming space where guests can rest, access computers and Wi-Fi, charge phones, and enjoy light snacks—all while experiencing hospitality from our staff and volunteers.

As a Drop-In Center volunteer, you’ll help create a welcoming and supportive environment through tasks like:

Greeting guests and creating a warm, respectful atmosphere Assisting with sign-in and check-in procedures as needed Restocking snack and beverage stations, including making coffee Helping guests access computers, Wi-Fi, or reading materials Tidying the space (e.g., wiping tables, organizing reading areas, restocking supplies) Offering conversation and social connection to promote a sense of community

Location:
1029 S. Preston Street, Louisville, KY, with volunteer parking just steps from the front entrance.

Schedule:

Volunteer shifts are available Monday through Friday, with both morning and afternoon time slots. Morning shifts run from 9:30-12, and afternoon shifts run from 12-2:30. Volunteers may serve on a regular schedule or sign up for one-time shifts as their availability allows.

Agency: St. Vincent de Paul Louisville

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 40205

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Day Shelter Volunteer (Afternoon Shift)

Join St. Vincent de Paul Louisville in bringing hope and hospitality to our neighbors experiencing homelessness. Our new Day Drop-In Center offers a safe, welcoming space where guests can rest, access computers and Wi-Fi, charge phones, and enjoy light snacks—all while experiencing hospitality from our staff and volunteers.

As a Drop-In Center volunteer, you’ll help create a welcoming and supportive environment through tasks like:

Greeting guests and creating a warm, respectful atmosphere Assisting with sign-in and check-in procedures as needed Restocking snack and beverage stations, including making coffee Helping guests access computers, Wi-Fi, or reading materials Tidying the space (e.g., wiping tables, organizing reading areas, restocking supplies) Offering conversation and social connection to promote a sense of community

Location:
1029 S. Preston Street, Louisville, KY, with volunteer parking just steps from the front entrance.

Schedule:

Volunteer shifts are available Monday through Friday, with both morning and afternoon time slots. Morning shifts run from 9:30-12, and afternoon shifts run from 12-2:30. Volunteers may serve on a regular schedule or sign up for one-time shifts as their availability allows.

Agency: St. Vincent de Paul Louisville

Join St. Vincent de Paul Louisville in bringing hope and hospitality to our neighbors experiencing homelessness. Our new Day Drop-In Center offers a safe, welcoming space where guests can rest, access computers and Wi-Fi, charge phones, and enjoy light snacks—all while experiencing hospitality from our staff and volunteers.

As a Drop-In Center volunteer, you’ll help create a welcoming and supportive environment through tasks like:

Greeting guests and creating a warm, respectful atmosphere Assisting with sign-in and check-in procedures as needed Restocking snack and beverage stations, including making coffee Helping guests access computers, Wi-Fi, or reading materials Tidying the space (e.g., wiping tables, organizing reading areas, restocking supplies) Offering conversation and social connection to promote a sense of community

Location:
1029 S. Preston Street, Louisville, KY, with volunteer parking just steps from the front entrance.

Schedule:

Volunteer shifts are available Monday through Friday, with both morning and afternoon time slots. Morning shifts run from 9:30-12, and afternoon shifts run from 12-2:30. Volunteers may serve on a regular schedule or sign up for one-time shifts as their availability allows.

Agency: St. Vincent de Paul Louisville

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 40205

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Small Painting Project at SVDP's Food Pantry

Help us convert a small space in our food pantry to an Operations Office / Volunteer Break Room.  

Agency: St. Vincent de Paul Louisville

Help us convert a small space in our food pantry to an Operations Office / Volunteer Break Room.  

Agency: St. Vincent de Paul Louisville

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 40203

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Front Office Receptionist

As a volunteer receptionist, you’ll help create a warm and welcoming environment for everyone who visits the St. Vincent de Paul Administration Building or calls our main line. Your tasks may include:

·       Answering phone calls and returning voicemails, directing callers to the appropriate SVdP staff member using the phone directory

·       Welcoming visitors at the door, guiding them to staff offices for scheduled meetings and accepting donations for our food pantry & shelter services

·       Interfacing with individuals seeking SVdP services with compassion and care, referring them to the correct numbers for housing, shelter, and food

·       Assisting with the processing of food pantry intake cards, translating data to Excel

Want to make a difference by supporting our neighbors experiencing homelessness and food insecurity? Volunteering with SVdP Louisville is a great way to put your clerical skills to work while serving those most in need.

Agency: St. Vincent de Paul Louisville

As a volunteer receptionist, you’ll help create a warm and welcoming environment for everyone who visits the St. Vincent de Paul Administration Building or calls our main line. Your tasks may include:

·       Answering phone calls and returning voicemails, directing callers to the appropriate SVdP staff member using the phone directory

·       Welcoming visitors at the door, guiding them to staff offices for scheduled meetings and accepting donations for our food pantry & shelter services

·       Interfacing with individuals seeking SVdP services with compassion and care, referring them to the correct numbers for housing, shelter, and food

·       Assisting with the processing of food pantry intake cards, translating data to Excel

Want to make a difference by supporting our neighbors experiencing homelessness and food insecurity? Volunteering with SVdP Louisville is a great way to put your clerical skills to work while serving those most in need.

Agency: St. Vincent de Paul Louisville

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 40203

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Be the Wheel Behind a Meal! – Weekly Truck Driver Needed

Passionate about fighting food insecurity and comfortable driving a box truck?
We’re seeking 1–2 volunteers to help transport food donations to the SVdP Louisville Open Hand Kitchen from the Dare to Care Fern Valley warehouse. You’ll drive our box truck to the Dare to Care Fern Valley warehouse, pick up the weekly food donation, and deliver it to the Open Hand Kitchen. Staff will assist with loading and unloading at both locations.

Drivers must be cleared by HR, carry personal insurance, and hold a valid, unexpired Kentucky driver’s license. This is a flexible volunteer role, with Dare to Care dock hours Monday–Thursday, 7:30 AM–1:15 PM, or Friday, 7:30–10:45 AM. Each week, we can tailor the pick-up schedule to meet your needs.

Want more information? Please contact Nicola Peck, Volunteer Engagement Coordinator, at npeck@svdplou.org.

Agency: St. Vincent de Paul Louisville

Passionate about fighting food insecurity and comfortable driving a box truck?
We’re seeking 1–2 volunteers to help transport food donations to the SVdP Louisville Open Hand Kitchen from the Dare to Care Fern Valley warehouse. You’ll drive our box truck to the Dare to Care Fern Valley warehouse, pick up the weekly food donation, and deliver it to the Open Hand Kitchen. Staff will assist with loading and unloading at both locations.

Drivers must be cleared by HR, carry personal insurance, and hold a valid, unexpired Kentucky driver’s license. This is a flexible volunteer role, with Dare to Care dock hours Monday–Thursday, 7:30 AM–1:15 PM, or Friday, 7:30–10:45 AM. Each week, we can tailor the pick-up schedule to meet your needs.

Want more information? Please contact Nicola Peck, Volunteer Engagement Coordinator, at npeck@svdplou.org.

Agency: St. Vincent de Paul Louisville

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 40203

Allow Groups: Yes